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James Woolsey Obituary

Woolsey, James M. Jr. ALBANY James M. Woolsey Jr. passed away at the age of 92, on September 19, 2016. Born in Albany he graduated from St. Anne's Academy and Christian Brothers Academy. He attended Siena College, the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis and graduated from Holy Cross College in 1948. He graduated from Albany Law School, was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1954, and practiced law in Albany for over 57 years. He was a member of the New York State Bar Association and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. He was a founder and past president of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association and received their Dan Mahoney Memorial Award in recognition of outstanding trial lawyer. In addition to residing in Albany, he also spent his most enjoyable times with family and friends at his camp on Upper Saranac Lake, where he enjoyed fishing. He was predeceased by his father, James M. Woolsey Sr.; and his mother, Margaret (Cramer) Woolsey. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years, Audrey (Finlayson) Woolsey; his sons, James III and John and grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2016, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Daniel Keenan Funeral Home, 490 Delaware Ave., Albany. The funeral service will be celebrated Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in Parish of Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell St., Albany with Reverend Kenneth J. Doyle officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 481 Route 9W, Glenmont. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in James' memory to St. Catherine's Center for Children, 40 North Main Ave., Albany, NY 12203. Online condolences may be offered at danielkeenanfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 21, 2016.

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September 22, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers at St. Catherine's Center for Children are with the Woolsey family during this difficult time.
Mr. Woolsey was a remarkable man. His dedication as a member of the board of directors at St. Catherine's improved the lives of many children and their families. Mr. Woolsey will always be respected and fondly remembered.

Susan Tobin

September 21, 2016

Dear Audrey:
I have fond memories of both you and Mr. Woolsey from my days at St. Catherine's Center for Children. I often had an opportunity to chat with Mr. Woolsey before Sunday Mass at Mater Christi. I shall miss seeing him. Please know that I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family.

Ray Doring

September 21, 2016

Audrey, Jim, and John
This was hard to read this morning and I know how difficult this must be for all of you. My memory of Jim will always hold a smile.

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